Veterinary Assistant in Chicago, IL (Sploot Veterinary Care)

Urgent Care + General Practice | No Overnights | Flexible Shifts

Burned out by overbooked schedules and lack of support? At Sploot, you'll be part of a team that genuinely has your back — with the mentorship, tools, and culture to help you grow your career in veterinary medicine.What Makes Sploot Different

• Flexible 10–12 hour shifts with varying days per week, no overnights, and schedules provided a minimum of 6 weeks in advance
• Mentorship at every stage — work alongside doctors and technicians who are invested in your growth
• Comprehensive and personalized training programs
• Tech-forward tools including laparoscopic surgery suite and AI scribe software
• Balanced mix of urgent care and wellness cases — no two days are the same

What Makes You a Great Fit

• 2+ years of veterinary assistant experience; emergency or urgent care is a plus but not required
• Team-first mindset — collaborative, communicative, and ready to jump in where needed
• Passionate about delivering best-in-class care to pets and their people
• Organized, detail-oriented, and focused on keeping the clinic running smoothly
• Bonus Points: experience or interest in dentistry or anesthesia

What You'll Do

• Client Support: Create a calm, reassuring experience so pet parents feel confident in their pets' care
• Procedural Support: Assist doctors and technicians with treatments and procedures, including safe and gentle patient restraint
• Clinic Upkeep: Maintain a clean, organized clinic environment for pets, clients, and the whole team
• Culture & Teamwork: Live Sploot's core values and contribute to a positive, collaborative clinic culture every day

The Perks of the Pack

• $22-$32/hour, plus 1.5x pay on Sploot-recognized holidays
• Semi-annual reviews for promotions and pay raises, including the ability to move into various leadership roles as available
• Employee Pet Benefits — free, at-cost, or deep discounts on diagnostics, treatments, and surgeries for up to 5 of your own pets
• Free Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with mental health, legal, and financial counseling for you and your household
• Full reimbursement for passing of the VTNE
• Health, Dental, and Vision with a generous employer contribution; HSA available
• 401(k) with up to a 4% company match
• PTO accrual from day 1 up to 80 hours, and increasing with tenure
• Up to 12 weeks paid parental leave, and bereavement leave for both human and pet losses
• Free Sploot-branded FIGS scrubs, unlimited snacks, and regular team events
  
  

Sploot is an equal opportunity employer and practices continuous hiring in accordance with Illinois state law. We welcome applications year-round and are committed to building a diverse and inclusive team.

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